After attending the recent student-teacher forum held by the Black Student Union, it’s clear that a school-wide discussion about Grant’s racial dynamic is needed.
Asher Antoine became interested in glassblowing the summer after his freshman year. Now 15, he makes ornaments, jewelry and other things in his basement studio in Northeast Portland. For Antoine, glassblowing is a way to center himself and decompress from the stresses of the day.
With a small Jewish population in Portland, Zivit Spector grew up with little connection to her culture. A trip last summer to Israel inspired her to become more involved.
The Hairston sisters value family above all else. It pushes them to improve and succeed. It’s a constant they have depended on. And it has helped them find success on the soccer field.
Every day, students at Grant High School interact with workers from the neighborhood businesses. They serve us lunch, keep us safe and help us find books or a place to study. But most of the time, we take them for granted. Look closer, ask them a question and listen. You might come away with an inspiring story.
